Men's track and field announces 2014 recruiting class

Jul 29, 2014

Joplin, Mo. -- Missouri Southern men's track and field coach Bryan Schiding has announced the addition of 19 individuals to participate in track and field at Southern begining this fall.

The list of athletes includes 14 high schoolers, three junior college transfers and two Division II transfers. Amongst the group is eight All-State performances, three state championships, two All-Americans and one National Champion.

"I am pleased to announce our recruiting class for 2014-15," Schiding said. "Our coaching staff worked very hard to bring in student-athletes with talent both on the track and in the classroom. We always expect our program's to be in contention for MIAA titles, and feel these young men will help to continue our program's success. We graduated three impact athletes last year and needed to fill their spots, and our outdoor season showed us that we needed more depth in a few areas. Our young men are putting in a great summer, and we have high expectations."

"Mitchell Hilger will add much needed depth to our Javelin squad. Mitch is very fast, athletic, and versatile, having dabbled in multiple events in high school. He will be a great asset to help expand our throws team."

Johnson County Community College Best Javelin – 209'6" 2013: 7th place JuCo Nationals, All-American, 2014: 5th place JuCo Nationals, All-American

"Derek Webb will be competitive at the conference level right away. He has the build you look for in a Javelin thrower and has seen success at the Junior College level and will continue to do so as a Lion."

"Isaac will bring depth to the jumps program and help with our relays. He if full of untapped potential and has an outstanding work ethic. We are very fortunate to have a young man with his character and ability joining us."

"Sam was recruited as a triple jumper after we watched a video which showed great potential. He developed in to a solid Long Jumper and 400m his senior year. We're anxious to see what his potential will be."

"Des is another athlete who will have an immediate impact at our conference and NCAA level. His versatility is his strongest attribute. Both he and Isaac will be on our relays and help propel them to the national Stage."

"Tom will be another outstanding MD runner for us. He has great versatility. We will train him with the middle distance group, but he has the foot speed to drop down to the 4x400 if necessary. We are very excited to get Tom on Campus."